We had lunch with some people who had been on a cruise. They said why would we go onshore & buy beer & lunch when it's included on the ship? I stared at them & said "so there's a port to come to on your cruise". Having been to st Martin 21 trips & many trips to the jewelry stores I have found the swarovski store & spend time there as well. I tell them the island experience is something they can't get on the ship. Hope They will rethink & pass that on.